Simple Tools to Create a More Restful Home Environment

Your environment plays a powerful role in how you feel, recover, and show up each day. Below are a few tools and lifestyle tweaks that can help shift your body into a more parasympathetic state, also known as “rest and digest” mode.

The goal? Better recovery, stronger immunity, and sustained energy.

You don’t need to overhaul your entire space. Just pick one or two that feel 90 percent doable and let me know which ones you try. I’d love to help hold you accountable!

Let’s dive in.

Gut Health & Food

Your gut and brain are deeply connected. Fermented foods like kimchi, pickles, kombucha, and other cultured veggies can help rebalance your gut microbiome, which directly affects your nervous system.

If fermented foods feel like a stretch, a high quality greens supplement (like Organifi) is a great alternative to support gut health and reduce internal inflammation.

👉 Action step: Add one fermented food or a greens powder to your next grocery list.

Reduce Blue Light & EMFs

We’re all spending more time on screens—working, scrolling, Zooming, streaming. The result? Disrupted sleep, headaches, and nervous system fatigue.

Investing in blue light blocking glasses can support better sleep and reduce eye strain.

Also, try switching your devices to airplane mode at night, and unplug electronics near your bed to reduce EMF exposure.

Red Light Therapy

One of my favorite recent additions to my routine is red light therapy. I use the Red Mini 670 by Red Light Man attached to a gooseneck lamp. Whenever I have 10 to 15 minutes to unwind, I lay under it, close my eyes, and breathe.

Sometimes I’ll pair it with a humidifier and play one of the music playlists listed below—simple rituals that reset my system and help me relax deeply. It’s subtle, but powerful.

Air Quality & Aromatherapy

Not getting much fresh air inside? Add a few air purifying plants, use a humidifier, or try an essential oil diffuser to elevate your space.

I’m a huge fan of incense—seriously, I burn through sticks like a smoker. The right scent can totally shift your state, whether you're relaxing, working, or cooking.

For those who want to go deeper, consider getting a home air quality monitor to track the actual particles and pollutants floating around.

Sound & Vibe

Music can regulate your nervous system almost instantly. Here are my go to Spotify playlists:

• Healing Frequencies

• Coffee Table Jazz

• Classical Study

• Late Night Jazz

Try one during your wind down routine, workday, or early morning stretch session.

Sleep Optimization

To improve sleep quality, try these simple changes:

• Go dark: Use blackout curtains or a quality sleep mask to block artificial light.

• Unplug: Turn off WiFi or switch devices to airplane mode to reduce EMFs.

• Get grounded: Use a grounding mat or blanket to balance your body's natural electrical charge. It can be especially calming at night or while working.

• Top up your magnesium: A magnesium spray can help your body relax and fall asleep more easily. It’s a great addition to any evening routine.

Final Thoughts

This list isn’t about perfection or buying every gadget out there. These are simply supportive tools to help you feel better, recover faster, and make new habits stick more easily.

Start small. Pick one or two items that resonate with you. And if you need help choosing or want to talk through what’s best for your routine, reach out. I’m here to help.

Let’s build a better environment, one habit at a time.